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Akureyri Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel near Centre for Visual Arts in Akureyri

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Bar (on property)
Living area
Living area
Standard Studio | Private kitchen
View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Hafnarstraeti 98, Akureyri, 600
  • Place, Akureyri Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Akureyri Botanical Garden
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Akureyri (AEY)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom (4-Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Shared Bathroom (4-Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (6-Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (6-Beds)

  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room (4-Beds)

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Akureyri

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Akureyri City Center hostel, you'll be steps from Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church. Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Centre for Visual Arts - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Akureyri Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Akureyri - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Akureyri (AEY) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Centrum Kitchen & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Akureyri Backpackers - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Vitinn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rub23 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bautinn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Akureyri Backpackers

Hostel near Centre for Visual Arts in Akureyri
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A sauna, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Akureyri Backpackers. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Akureyri hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1923
  • Deli
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Akureyri Backpackers offers 23 accommodations. This Akureyri hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Towels fee: EUR 4 (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Akureyri Backpackers Hostel
Akureyri Backpackers
Akureyri Backpackers Akureyri
Akureyri Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Akureyri Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Akureyri

Frequently asked questions

How close is Akureyri Backpackers to the airport?

Akureyri Backpackers is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) away from the Akureyri (AEY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Akureyri Backpackers?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akureyri Backpackers on Dec 19, 2025 start from $63.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Akureyri Backpackers.

Does Akureyri Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Akureyri Backpackers, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Akureyri Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Akureyri Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Akureyri Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have a pool?

Akureyri Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Akureyri Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Akureyri Backpackers to downtown Akureyri?

Akureyri Backpackers is 0.1 mi away from Akureyri.